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Toddlers, older people, pregnant women and other vulnerable groups have been advised to avoid runny eggs and uncooked egg products when eating at restaurants during a salmonella outbreak. UK authorities have recorded 207 cases, including 199 in England, with nearly 40% requiring hospital treatment, two bloodstream infections and one death. Officials are investigating a possible link to imported eggs, while British supermarket eggs are considered safe because UK hens are vaccinated against common salmonella strains.

A strong but discreet Garda presence, including the Public Order Unit and officers from Kildare and Carlow, is planned for the funerals of three teenagers killed in a wrong-way motorway crash near Moone, County Kildare. Police are particularly concerned about stunt driving and reckless funeral processions. The crash killed Joe Carthy, Jack Kennedy, Alex McCarthy, Jeremy O'Brien and Kamil Pustkowski, while three sisters and a seven-year-old boy in the oncoming vehicle were seriously injured. The report also details alleged criminal activity and social-media-driven dangerous driving linked to some of the deceased, alongside a fundraiser exceeding €630,000 for the injured family and warnings from Garda representatives about similar incidents on Irish motorways.

Phillip Ormerod, a 102-year-old Cwmbran resident, has died in hospital after allegedly being pushed from a stage at the Crow's Nest pub on August 1. He reportedly asked for live music to be turned down before falling down three steps and suffering serious injuries, including a broken hip. A 56-year-old man from Llanelli was arrested on suspicion of section 20 assault and remains released under investigation. Gwent Police described the case as an active criminal investigation and urged the public to avoid inaccurate or speculative online commentary out of respect for Ormerod's family.

Oliver Smith, a 40-year-old father of three, died after a single-vehicle collision on Cambridge Road in Littlebury near Saffron Walden in the early hours of July 29. His family described him as naturally funny, quick-witted and deeply loved, saying his death had left an irreplaceable void. Essex Police confirmed Smith was driving and continue to appeal for information from witnesses.

A man suffered a leg injury after being bitten by a shark aboard a small fishing vessel south of Ardmore off County Waterford. The Irish Coast Guard dispatched its Waterford-based Rescue 117 helicopter, alongside RNLI lifeboats from Ballycotton and Youghal. The man was winched aboard, flown to Cork University Hospital and remains under the care of Ireland’s Health Service Executive. Irish waters contain 71 recorded species of sharks, skates and rays.

Two girls aged 11 and 12 who went missing from Rugby, Warwickshire, on Saturday night were found safe and well in Cornwall the following day. Six people known to the girls—four from Cornwall and two from Rugby—have been arrested on suspicion of abduction and remain in custody. Police say there is no wider threat to the community while enquiries, including house-to-house investigations, continue.

The UK’s biggest solar eclipse visible since 1999 is expected to occur on 12 August 2026, with more than 90% of the Sun obscured across most of the country and up to 96% coverage in the Isles of Scilly, Devon and Cornwall. The eclipse is expected to begin around 6pm, peak roughly an hour later and finish shortly after 8pm, with peak visibility sweeping across Britain in about 15 minutes. Clear skies are forecast for much of England and Wales, while cloud may hinder viewing in Scotland, Northern Ireland and parts of northern England. The article provides postcode-specific timings and stresses that certified eclipse glasses, specialist telescopes or indirect projection methods are needed to avoid retinal damage.

Anthony Canty, a 39-year-old father of two who won £1 million on EuroMillions shortly after performing CPR on a police officer suffering a heart attack, died following a collision involving a black Ford Ka in Tiptree, Essex. He was seriously injured on May 21 and died in hospital four days later. His wife, Kate, revealed that they were expecting another baby and paid tribute to him as a loving husband and father. An 18-year-old man remains under investigation, while Essex Police are appealing for witnesses and CCTV or dashcam footage.

The UK’s major solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, produced coverage of up to 90% or more across much of the country. The next UK eclipse will occur on August 2, 2027, with London expected to see about 42% coverage and higher levels in southern and southwestern areas. A solar eclipse with more than 90% coverage is not expected until September 3, 2081, while the next total solar eclipse visible from the British Isles is scheduled for September 23, 2090.

Chessington World of Adventures closed for the day after a burst water main on Leatherhead Road caused low or no water pressure in the KT9 area. Thames Water said repair teams were working to restore supplies, but no reopening time was confirmed. Affected visitors will have their tickets automatically revalidated under the park’s Return Promise, allowing free return visits on selected dates within nine months, although some customers complained about the disruption and costs of planned stays and fast passes.

Nicole Beling, 60, was found dead at her home in Dittoncroft Close, south Croydon, after a family member reported her missing. A 61-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder, released under investigation, re-arrested and later bailed. Police said the death remains unexplained, a formal murder investigation has not yet been launched, and the cause of death is still being examined.

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te took part in the Han Kuang military exercises by travelling in an armoured vehicle to a secret command post and reviewing preparations for maintaining government operations during a crisis. The drills, running from August 5 to 15, include coastal defences, anti-tank barriers, logistics, missile deployments and mine operations. The exercises followed reports of 14 Chinese aircraft and nine warships operating around Taiwan, amid continued Chinese claims over the island. US President Donald Trump called for China and Taiwan to de-escalate and expressed reluctance to commit American forces, while Taiwan's foreign ministry reaffirmed the island's sovereignty and independence.

James Madgin, 41, admitted using a live chat app to communicate with undercover police profiles posing as children and adults involved in abuse, including attempts to arrange the rape of children. Police later found hundreds of indecent images of children on his devices. Madgin, who had previously been convicted of child sexual offenses, will be sentenced at Teesside Crown Court after admitting six charges.

NHS Tayside is investigating allegations that a staff member accessed the medical records of nine-year-old Minnie Merriman without permission or a clinical need. Minnie died at Ninewells Hospital after being found seriously injured at an industrial estate in Arbroath while camping with her family. Christopher Rice, 35, of Wakefield, has appeared at Forfar Sheriff Court charged with her murder and was remanded in custody without entering a plea. NHS Tayside said any confirmed data-protection breach would be investigated and, if appropriate, reported to the Information Commissioner's Office.

A body was found in the coastal area of Caer Bwdy, Pembrokeshire, during the search for 47-year-old Ben, who went missing after planning to go rock climbing near St Davids. Dyfed-Powys Police said formal identification had not yet taken place but that Ben’s family had been informed and was receiving specialist support. Police, drones, a helicopter, marine units, HM Coastguard, the RNLI and search-and-rescue teams took part in the operation.

Two boys aged 16 and 17 have been arrested on suspicion of raping a 15-year-old girl at Pitt Hill park in Holme Wood, Bradford. Police were called at around 6pm on August 5, cordoned off the area, and said the girl is being supported by specially trained officers. The investigation by West Yorkshire Police and the Bradford District Safeguarding Team remains ongoing.

Manchester South senior coroner Alison Mutch concluded that Donald McPherson unlawfully killed his wife Paula Leeson by compressing her neck and drowning her in a Danish holiday-cottage pool in 2017. McPherson had previously been directed to receive a not-guilty verdict at his 2021 murder trial because accidental death could not be ruled out, but a civil court had already found him responsible on the balance of probabilities. The coroner and Greater Manchester Police said he was deeply in debt and the only beneficiary of Leeson's death after taking out £3.5 million in life insurance and transferring money from her accounts. Leeson's family hopes evidence from McPherson's laptop may support a retrial, although no retrial can occur without compelling new evidence.

Three adults from the same family were killed in a shooting at a home on Brooks Road in Prospect Hill, North Carolina, including the suspected shooter. Another person was hospitalized at Duke University Hospital. The Caswell County Sheriff's Office, North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation and State Highway Patrol are investigating, with no outstanding suspect and no ongoing threat to the public. Authorities have not disclosed a motive, whether the incident was domestic-related, or what weapon was used.

The Big Difference Company, which ran Leicester Comedy Festival, has become insolvent after facing rising costs, difficult funding conditions and pressures in the live comedy sector. The festival, held since 1994 and featuring more than 700 shows across over 60 venues, may leave more than £100,000 owed to comedians, promoters and venues. Leicester City Council says it will work with local venues and promoters to stage an interim festival in 2027, while Equity has helped secure payments for some performers and launched a hardship fund. Former staff criticized the company's communication and treatment of workers, while a bid is under way to preserve the festival venue as a community venture.

The UK will experience a partial solar eclipse on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, with more than 90% of the Sun obscured in many areas. The eclipse begins between approximately 6:01pm and 6:18pm, reaches maximum coverage around 7pm to 7:15pm, and ends between 7:52pm and 8:09pm depending on location. Cornwall, south-west Wales and south-west Ireland are expected to have the greatest coverage, while viewers are advised to choose elevated locations with a clear western horizon. Regular or multiple sunglasses, smoked glass and other improvised filters are unsafe; certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses or indirect methods such as a pinhole projector should be used. The Perseid meteor shower will follow the eclipse, with the best viewing expected overnight into Thursday.

Suzanne Menagh, 40, was found unwell and later pronounced dead at the White Star Line Hotel on James Street in Liverpool. Merseyside Police are treating the death as unexplained while awaiting toxicology results from a post-mortem examination. A 47-year-old man, a 34-year-old woman and a 31-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of murder or assisting an offender and conditionally bailed. Friends, relatives and local businesses have paid tribute to Menagh, describing her as a kind and well-liked woman.

Blackpool Airport has asked visitors to the August 8–9 Blackpool Air Show not to feed seagulls and to remove litter and leftover food. The measures are intended to reduce gull gatherings near the airport and lower the risk of bird strikes during low-level flying displays. More than 350,000 people attended the previous event, which will feature RAF Typhoons, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and the Red Devils.

An 88-year-old British man died alongside his dog after his car became stuck on a dirt road in Avgorou, Cyprus, and caught fire when sparks ignited dry reeds. His carer escaped and sought help, while the man’s body was later found beside the vehicle. A post-mortem confirmed that he died from burns, and an investigation is underway.

An Ofsted inspection found that Kids Planet Crosby failed to consistently safeguard children after staff handed two-year-old Rosie to the wrong grandfather, who drove away with her for at least 10 minutes. Inspectors identified weaknesses in staff deployment, supervision, collection procedures, risk assessments and children’s privacy, concluding that children were put at significant risk of harm. Ofsted is pursuing enforcement action and required a four-point improvement plan. Kids Planet said the incident was isolated and caused by human error, acknowledged the findings, and said it had strengthened collection, security, staffing, training and safeguarding procedures.

Jimmy Ward, a father and grandfather in his 30s, died after being shot at a traveller site in Calcutt near Cricklade, Wiltshire. Wiltshire Police are investigating the death as murder, with two people detained on suspicion of assisting an offender and possessing a firearm, while a further suspect remains at large. Family and friends have paid tribute to Ward as a loving and proud father and grandfather.

A 20-month-old boy died at a hospital in Las Palmas after becoming critically ill on Fuerteventura during a Canary Islands heatwave, reportedly after being left in a car. Temperatures reached 45°C, prompting red and orange heat alerts across the islands. The circumstances, the child’s nationality and who may be responsible have not been disclosed. The report also cites recent fatal cases involving children left in vehicles in Portugal and France.

The Met Office issued a yellow thunderstorm warning covering all of Northern Ireland from midday to 9pm on Tuesday, warning of heavy, slow-moving rain, hail, gusty winds and possible short-term power or service outages. County Antrim, County Armagh, County Down, County Fermanagh, County Londonderry and County Tyrone are affected. Residents were advised to prepare for power cuts, assess flash-flood risks, check travel conditions and seek enclosed shelter if they hear thunder. Showers and possible thunderstorms were also forecast for Scotland and western parts of the UK.

Eight fire crews tackled a large grassland fire at Barr Beacon nature reserve in Great Barr, Walsall, while police blocked entrances and authorities urged people to avoid the area. Separate fires broke out at Perry Hall Playing Fields, where six crews attended, and Kingfisher Park in Hay Mills, Birmingham. The incidents occurred during prolonged scorching temperatures and low rainfall, with parts of England and all of Wales experiencing drought conditions.

A large field fire beside the M1 in Nottinghamshire forced the southbound motorway to close between junctions 28 and 26, with thick smoke spreading across the road and at least three fire engines attending. National Highways advised motorists to allow extra time, reroute or delay their journeys, with a diversion via the A38 and A610. The cause of the fire was unknown, and the incident occurred amid dry weather, heatwaves and drought conditions affecting parts of the UK.

A human torso was discovered on an access road near the quarry area of Pinos de Alhaurín, close to Alhaurín de la Torre and Málaga on Spain’s Costa del Sol. The Civil Guard has arrested one man in connection with the discovery and is investigating all possibilities, including accidental death and third-party involvement. Forensic specialists are working to identify the victim and determine the cause of death, while the scene remains closed and police appeal for witnesses.

Ansar Younis was sentenced to nine years in prison after being convicted at Sheffield Crown Court of raping an unconscious woman in Sheffield city centre. Four girls challenged him, filmed the assault when he refused to stop, and provided evidence that South Yorkshire Police said was instrumental to the conviction. The victim was treated in hospital and underwent forensic examination, while police praised the girls for acting as upstanders.

Fourteen elephants of different ages and sexes have been found dead at several locations 15 to 30 kilometres from Kenya’s Amboseli National Park. The Kenya Wildlife Service and University of Nairobi are investigating possible causes including disease, poisoning, contaminated water or other environmental factors. Tissue samples are being analysed, and investigators have reportedly detected a suspected toxin in some carcasses, but no single cause has been confirmed. The deaths are unusual for the region, where poaching has been significantly reduced.

A car suspected of carrying explosives crashed on Nierkerkestraat in Amsterdam’s Osdorp neighbourhood after a police pursuit linked to an early-morning ATM ram-raid in Fürth, Germany. Authorities evacuated homes within a 100-metre radius, including a care home, while bomb-disposal experts, police, military personnel, drones, a helicopter and police dogs attended. Several occupants reportedly fled and remained at large. The German ATM explosion caused severe building damage and a fire, but no money was stolen and residents escaped safely.

A father in his 60s and his daughter in her 30s, both from Doncaster, died after falling into the sea at Fistral Beach in Newquay on the evening of July 26. Bystanders attempted rescues and CPR, with Jamie Stockwell saying he was nearly swept onto the rocks himself. Coastguard teams, RNLI lifeboats, police and ambulance crews attended, but both victims were pronounced dead at the scene. Police appealed for the return of the woman's orange or peach handbag, while the RNLI and local officials warned about powerful waves, rip currents, cold water and the fact that the incident occurred outside lifeguard patrol hours. The deaths formed part of a wider series of UK open-water fatalities during a period of hot weather, prompting renewed calls for improved water-safety measures.

Aaron Strachan was sentenced at Edinburgh High Court to an indefinite sentence, with a minimum of five years before parole consideration, after pleading guilty to abducting and raping a 15-year-old girl in a York Place basement in May 2025. He also admitted stabbing one man and attacking another with a claw hammer. Strachan was identified through DNA evidence, later arrested after attempting to evade police, and has been placed on the sex offenders register indefinitely.

Two RAF Typhoon jets were scrambled from RAF Coningsby to intercept Qatar Airways flight QR23 after the aircraft caused concern to UK civil authorities, reportedly when ground controllers lost radio contact during its approach. The jets made visual contact with the Boeing 777, and the incident was resolved without identifying a problem. The flight from Doha landed safely and on time at Manchester Airport, while its return flight to Doha was delayed.

The Met Office warns that 12 areas across Scotland, Wales and England could experience heavy, persistent rain and downpours from Saturday night into Sunday morning. Showers are expected to clear eastward, with some remaining across northern Britain and Northern Ireland, while southern areas should become sunnier. Temperatures will dip into the mid-20s on Sunday before a potential heatwave brings temperatures as high as 35C across parts of the UK next week.

A man in his 30s was stabbed in the leg on Manette Street in Soho, London, after police and ambulance crews responded at 16:28 on 23 July. He was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening, non-life-changing injuries. The Metropolitan Police said enquiries were ongoing, no arrests had been made, and the incident was believed to be isolated with no continuing threat to the public. Officers remained in the area for additional patrols and appealed for information.

Around 40 firefighters tackled a grass and garden-waste fire involving roughly half an acre near Alexandra Palace in Wood Green, north London. The blaze was brought under control by 3pm, no injuries were reported, and road closures and avoidance advice remained in place while the cause was investigated. The London Fire Brigade warned against disposable barbecues and improper disposal of smoking materials as the UK faces extreme heat and dry conditions. Drought has been declared in North Wales and the Upper Severn, hosepipe bans affect around 23 million customers, and heat-health alerts are due across six English regions.

Alan Vial and Nikita Burns, convicted of murdering 66-year-old Robert “Robin” Wilkin in Donegal, have appealed their convictions. Prosecutors said the pair jointly assaulted Wilkin with a rock and threw his body from Sliabh Liag cliffs, while the defence argued that separate trials should have been held and that Burns’s statements were unreliable or involuntary. Vial denies delivering the fatal blows, and Burns claims her admissions were exaggerated. The Court of Appeal heard arguments from both sides and reserved judgment.

Users in the UK and other regions reported being logged out of Facebook and experiencing problems with Facebook Messenger and Instagram, with service complaints rising sharply after midday. DownDetector showed widespread issues, marking the second Meta-related outage in recent days. Some users later reported restored access while Meta was approached for comment.

A German fitness influencer, Edda Pilz, was permanently banned from all John Reed Fitness gyms except those in Switzerland after repeated violations of house rules related to filming and mirror use. Pilz disputed the accusations, attributing the ban to jealousy from other gym members, and criticized the chain for allegedly ignoring more serious misconduct, claims the company rejected. The incident follows a recent dispute in which Pilz said she was initially barred from a Lufthansa flight for wearing a revealing gym outfit before being allowed to board after covering up.

A Ryanair Boeing 737 MAX flying from Malaga to Edinburgh declared a 7700 emergency code about 30 minutes before landing due to a minor technical issue. The aircraft landed safely at Edinburgh Airport, where emergency services met it as a precaution. Passengers disembarked normally, and engineers inspected the plane in accordance with standard procedures.

A UK resident recently returned from Ebola response work in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been placed in precautionary isolation at a London hospital despite showing no symptoms. The UK Health Security Agency reports the individual was evacuated on a dedicated flight and will be monitored throughout the 21‑day incubation window, stressing that the public risk remains low. The UK’s last Ebola case occurred in 2015, while the current outbreak in DR Congo has caused at least 930 deaths and spread limited cases to Uganda and France.

EuroMillions and Thunderball draws for July 21 produced no jackpot winners, resulting in a rollover for the £50 million EuroMillions top prize and a highest Thunderball payout of £250. Updated live, the report lists the winning numbers, prize breakdowns, and odds, with over 1.8 million players across both games winning smaller amounts.

A man from Islington, Anthony Durkan, admitted 19 new voyeurism offences after previously pleading guilty to seven similar charges. Police linked him to incidents dating back to 2020 after discovering a hidden gallery on his phone containing hundreds of images and videos of women secretly filmed in their homes. Reports from victims and security footage helped identify him, leading to his arrest during targeted patrols. Additional devices were seized, and he awaits sentencing at Snaresbrook Crown Court, with police urging potential further victims to come forward.

A large wildfire broke out on Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh, prompting the deployment of four fire engines as emergency services closed surrounding roads and urged the public to avoid the area. The blaze follows ongoing wildfires in the Cairngorms, where crews have been battling a separate fire for five consecutive days using specialist resources and water‑bombing operations. Authorities report progress but warn conditions can shift rapidly. Local MP Chris Murray advised residents to stay clear while police and fire crews continue operations and maintain access restrictions.

US Central Command reported finding unidentified remains while searching for a missing U.S. soldier after Iranian missile and drone attacks in Jordan that killed two service members on July 17. Another U.S. service member died in Iraq the following day during a controlled detonation of explosive remnants from an Iranian drone, and one was injured. CENTCOM is withholding identities pending family notifications. The newly confirmed deaths raise the U.S. military toll since the start of the war with Iran to at least eighteen.

Spain faces a severe heatwave expected to push temperatures above 45C across southeastern regions, the Guadalquivir and Ebro valleys, inland Mallorca and the Balearic Islands. Aemet warns of dangerous conditions for vulnerable groups and outdoor workers, with peak heat likely between Wednesday and Thursday and very warm nights in major tourist destinations. Wildfire risks remain extreme, with significant blazes already burning in Zaragoza and Guadalajara. A brief cooldown may arrive at the end of the week, though uncertainty remains. Average national temperatures have exceeded previous records, continuing a trend of intensifying summer heat.

A dockside crane collapsed at the Port of Tyne in South Shields, injuring one person who was taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary. Emergency services including the North East Ambulance Service, its Hazardous Area Response Team, and the Great North Air Ambulance responded with a large deployment. Photos showed significant damage to the crane and dislodged cargo containers on the BG Orange vessel. An eyewitness described the scene as horrific and noted the extensive emergency presence.

A 31-year-old man is in critical but stable condition after a targeted stabbing on Peter Street in Manchester’s Deansgate area. Police officers on patrol discovered the victim around 3.40am and provided first aid before he was taken to hospital. Greater Manchester Police have launched an investigation, maintaining a cordon at the scene, though no arrests have been made. Chief Inspector Mike Tachauer said there is no wider threat to the community and urged anyone with information to contact authorities.

A car reversed and then accelerated into a group of teenagers during a fight on Harbour Road in Skerries, County Dublin, leaving three youths injured and taken to Beaumont Hospital with non‑life‑threatening injuries. Gardaí responded to the large gathering and confirmed that investigations are ongoing with no arrests made.

Emergency services responded to a light aircraft incident at Hawarden Airport in Flintshire after a plane overturned on the runway. Fire crews from multiple stations attended as recovery operations took place, with footage showing the aircraft being lifted by crane. Authorities have been contacted for further details, and the site’s role as a key Airbus UK facility was highlighted, including its role in producing aircraft wings and operating the Airbus Beluga fleet.

A pregnant woman fled into Al-Qamar restaurant in Birmingham after being attacked with a baseball bat, prompting a man to arrive outside the venue wielding the weapon and later a knife. Diners barricaded themselves inside as the attacker threatened those who intervened before leaving. Police confirmed the woman suffered a serious arm injury, and officers are reviewing CCTV and appealing for information.

Winning numbers for the July 18 National Lottery draws were released, with Lotto providing two rounds of results and Thunderball offering a top prize of £500,000. The article outlines the full winning numbers for both Lotto rounds and Thunderball, details recent rule changes that give players two chances to win per draw, and provides a breakdown of prizes from the previous Lotto draw. It also highlights player opinions on whether they would share news of a large win and lists the weekly schedule for all National Lottery games.

Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks in Jordan killed two US service members and left one missing, with four others evacuated and later discharged from hospital. CENTCOM confirmed the casualties while continuing military strikes against Iranian targets, including surveillance and weapons sites, as part of ongoing operations and a naval blockade. Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei dismissed the credibility of the US President’s signature on a recent memorandum, highlighting escalating tensions. The latest deaths raise the US military toll in the conflict to at least sixteen.

A 26-year-old Bulgarian security guard suffered severe head injuries after falling from a Deutsche Bahn regional train travelling at 75mph during a violent altercation with a 36-year-old allegedly intoxicated passenger near Ettlingen-Bruchhausen. The struggle began after a ticket check escalated into a physical fight, causing the guard to be pushed into a door that opened and broke part of the entrance steps. Emergency stop alerts reportedly failed to trigger, prompting a high‑priority investigation. The suspect was arrested on board, and the incident follows a similar fatal attack on a conductor earlier in the year in western Germany.

A pre-dawn fire at an orphanage in Algiers killed 11 children and injured 19 others, with victims suffering burns, respiratory distress and shock. Civil Protection deployed extensive firefighting and rescue resources, and the agency’s director general oversaw operations on-site. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the blaze, which occurred amid a nationwide heatwave that has seen hundreds of fires extinguished across Algeria.

An 18-year-old from Ilford was convicted at Kingston Crown Court of providing cybersecurity guidance, facilitating cryptocurrency transfers, and possessing terrorist materials after being radicalised online from age 13. Investigators found he had supported Al Qaida and Tehrik-e-Taliban, advised extremists on untraceable payments, and produced a cybersecurity guide for TTP. Police highlighted increasing youth radicalisation and urged parental vigilance. Sentencing is scheduled for September 16.

A pontoon pleasure boat carrying family members for a memorial service capsized near Alcatraz Island, leaving one person dead, three missing and 16 rescued. Emergency crews searched the waters west of the Golden Gate Bridge using divers, helicopters and vessels. Witness accounts described windy, choppy conditions and attempts to pull injured passengers from the water. The vessel was found nearly submerged with its motor still running and leaking fuel. Rescued passengers were taken to Gashouse Cove Marina as fire, Coast Guard and police units continued search efforts.

Prosecutors told Birmingham Crown Court that Emma Jane Williams searched online for harmful combinations involving a boy’s medication and was recorded on hidden camera allegedly tampering with it. Williams denies attempting to murder the child, while the prosecution argued her actions were deliberate and planned, supported by covert footage presented to jurors.

An 18‑year‑old kickboxing world champion, Tyler Ford, has been charged with the murder of Ceiran Evans and the attempted murder of another individual following a collision between a car and an off‑road bike in Gorseinon. Ford appeared briefly at Swansea Crown Court, where a plea hearing was scheduled for September and a trial set for January. Evans’s family issued a tribute describing him as loving and deeply missed.

A yellow heat health alert has been issued for most of England as prolonged high temperatures continue, prompting warnings of increased deaths, pressure on health services, and risks such as water‑related incidents and overheating in care settings. The Met Office reports temperatures will remain above normal over the next month despite a slight weekend dip. Research from UK institutions estimates more than 2,700 heat‑related deaths occurred during the May and June heatwaves across England and Wales. Seven regions will be affected by the new alert, with only the North East and Yorkshire and the Humber excluded.

UK temperatures are expected to stay above normal for the next month following record-breaking May and June heatwaves linked to more than 2,700 deaths. Researchers estimate around 550 deaths in May and 2,200 in June, with temperatures reaching up to 37.7C. Experts warn that infrastructure and housing must adapt to rising heat risks. Recent temperatures have again exceeded 35C, but the Met Office says it is too early to confirm whether more heatwaves will occur this summer. Forecasts suggest continued warm conditions with periods of unsettled weather, thundery showers, and occasional hot spells through mid-August.

A woman died after a house fire in a first-floor maisonette on Marston Lane in Bedworth, where emergency crews found her critically injured and unable to be saved. A second woman was taken to George Eliot Hospital for smoke inhalation. Firefighters traced the blaze to the kitchen and remained on scene for hours while an investigation began into the cause.

A four-year-old girl died after being struck by a car on Nottingham Road in Gotham, Nottinghamshire. A 59-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has been bailed. Nottinghamshire Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit is leading the inquiry and appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage. Sergeant Paul Clark urged the public not to speculate online and asked for privacy for the girl’s family.

Winning numbers for the July 10 EuroMillions draw were announced, with a £24 million jackpot available and a guaranteed UK Millionaire Maker prize. The draw produced the numbers 2, 14, 28, 33 and 48 with Lucky Stars 8 and 10. Thunderball results were also released, with the numbers 1, 26, 11, 8, 23 and Thunderball 9.

A man who attempted to rape a woman near Buckingham Palace in 2024 was sentenced to seven years and three months in prison after being released for a year due to investigative failures by police. Judge Justin Cole condemned the handling of the case as a catalogue of incompetence, noting that the attacker was caught in the act and still allowed to remain free. Three soldiers intervened during the assault and will be nominated for bravery awards. The defendant was also given long-term sexual harm and restraining orders after denying the charges and claiming he intended only to steal the victim’s phone.

The UK recorded temperatures of 35C or higher on six separate days for the first time, with heat reaching 35.2C in Derbyshire amid the country’s third heatwave in three months. Multiple water companies introduced hosepipe bans across southern and eastern England as hot, dry weather and high demand strained supplies. Government officials monitored regions at risk of drought, citing climate change, population growth and infrastructure underinvestment as contributing factors. Police urged the public to avoid unnecessary emergency calls as high temperatures were expected to continue into the weekend.

Two drill rappers, Emmanuel Popoola and Teyvon Etefia, were sentenced to life with a minimum term of 28 years for murdering 18-year-old Keanu Harker in a gang-related ride-by shooting in Enfield triggered by a Snapchat dispute. The pair pursued the victim on an electric dirt bike before Popoola shot him. After fleeing and attempting to escape to France, both were arrested with assistance from French authorities. Additional convictions were handed to Eliezer Mbaki, Anais King, and a 17-year-old for perverting the course of justice. Victim impact statements from Harker’s family condemned the exploitation of the teenager and the glorification of the killing in rap videos.

A Metropolitan Police officer, Rupert Edwards, was sentenced to seven years in prison for raping a woman in her home after a New Year’s Eve party in 2018. The victim, who had been heavily intoxicated, awoke to find Edwards in her bed and later reported the assault in 2023. Evidence showed Edwards diverted an Uber to the victim’s home and that she never consented to sex. Prosecutors highlighted a pattern of behaviour, noting previous rape trials in which he had been acquitted. The judge issued a restraining order, and the Crown Prosecution Service credited the victim’s testimony for securing the conviction.

A 16-year-old boy died after being recovered from Swanholme Lakes in Lincoln, where he entered the water during hot weather and later passed away in hospital. Police urged the public not to speculate and highlighted dangers of open water. The incident follows the death of 15-year-old Declan Sawyer in the same lake in May, prompting renewed calls for water safety awareness and local plans for wardens to monitor open spaces. The Mirror’s Save Lives For Sam campaign continues to advocate nationwide safety measures and policy changes to address rising drownings.

A father and daughter in Glasgow were sentenced to prison for a prolonged and brutal attack on the daughter’s partner, whom they assaulted, tortured and attempted to extort over an alleged debt. The victim was pushed from a first‑floor window, beaten, stabbed, choked and held captive for hours before another woman in the flat secretly alerted authorities. Firearms officers rescued him, and he was hospitalized with serious injuries including a hip fracture and dislocated shoulder. John McGinley received seven and a half years for attempted murder, while Stacey McGinley was sentenced to six and a half years for severe assault and related charges. Both were also banned from contacting the victim for life.

The United States offered Iran a $100 billion incentive, involving the unfreezing of Iranian funds held abroad, to halt its enforcement of tolls on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Iran rejected the proposal, asserting full control over the strait and warning that any vessel not adhering to its approved routes would face immediate action. The US and Oman continue discussions aimed at reducing tensions.

Ukraine’s increasing strikes on Crimea have heightened Russian fears of losing control of the peninsula, prompting an emergency drill by the Russian high command. Resistance group ATESH reports evacuations and fleeing officials, while fuel shortages and infrastructure damage deepen the crisis. Recent Ukrainian attacks targeted power plants and military sites, and Russia worries the Crimean Bridge may be destroyed. Russian missile strikes meanwhile killed civilians in Kyiv, Sumy and Kherson, while Ukrainian strikes caused a blackout in Belgorod.

A 19-year-old man was left in critical condition after being stabbed during an altercation involving a group of teenagers on Market Street in Oldbury. Police established a large cordon around the area near a Wetherspoon pub, closing several roads while investigators examined the scene.

Three schoolboys were injured, one seriously, after a tree fell during morning break at King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys in Birmingham. Emergency services provided trauma care on-site before transporting all three teenagers to Birmingham Children’s Hospital. The school secured the area, removed the fallen tree, contacted families and is conducting an investigation, while staff are supporting witnesses.

A former Police Scotland officer, Cameron Ross, was sentenced to 10 years in prison after being found guilty of raping two women, abusing a third, and attempting to pervert the course of justice for offences committed between 2012 and 2022 in Inverness and the Isle of Lewis. Judge Alison Stirling cited punishment, public protection, and rehabilitation in issuing the sentence, and Ross was placed on the sex offenders register indefinitely. Police Scotland confirmed he had been suspended and later resigned, with senior officers condemning his conduct and stressing accountability. Prosecutors highlighted his sustained pattern of abuse and urged victims of similar crimes to report incidents, affirming the Crown’s commitment to pursuing cases of sexual and domestic abuse.

A British traveller, Stephen Harper, died suddenly in Manila while on a long-term trip, prompting his family and friends to begin fundraising to cover repatriation costs estimated at £20,000. Close friend Charles Brown launched an online appeal that quickly surpassed £21,000, supported by widespread contributions including from the Celtic football community. Tributes highlighted Harper’s kindness, love of travel and dedication to Celtic F.C., while his family expressed heartbreak and gratitude for public support.

A driver who had been using Snapchat and Facebook Messenger in the minutes before a high‑speed collision was sentenced to five years in prison for causing the death of Jenny Dunlop on the M2 near Newtownabbey. Jonathan McNeill’s Audi S3 struck her Volkswagen Polo, triggering a multi‑vehicle crash. He later deleted several apps in an attempt to avoid detection, which the judge identified as an aggravating factor. McNeill will serve half his sentence in custody and half on supervised licence, with the court noting his mental health issues and expressions of remorse.

A Royal Mail postman was recorded on a Ring doorbell camera urinating against a house in Wollaton, Nottingham, leaving the residents upset. The homeowner’s family expressed confusion as a Post Office was located nearby. Royal Mail issued an apology and opened an investigation, stating the behaviour did not meet expected standards.

A man sleeping on L’Arrabassada Beach in Tarragona died after being struck by a cleaning vehicle early Sunday morning. He was treated on-site and taken to hospital conscious but died the following day. Police opened an investigation, with the driver stating he did not see him and passing a breath test. The incident follows a similar fatality in Gran Canaria involving a delivery vehicle that struck a sunbather.

A woman in her twenties was raped behind a supermarket in Clapham after meeting a man outside a bar on Clapham High Street. Police report the attack occurred between 4am and 6am on February 14 after the victim and her companion became separated. The suspect, described as Middle Eastern or southern European in appearance, is depicted in an e-fit released by the Metropolitan Police. Investigators are appealing for witnesses who may have seen the pair moving between venues or who recognise the man.

A three-year-old boy critically injured after allegedly being thrown into a crocodile enclosure at Johnson's of Old Hurst is now stable following multiple surgeries. His family publicly thanked zoo staff, including Tracey and Edward Johnson, for rescuing him and expressed gratitude for public support. A fundraiser was launched to aid his long-term recovery. A 30-year-old man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder has been released on bail. Cambridge University Hospitals reported that around 40 staff accessed the boy’s medical records, prompting an investigation by the Information Commissioner’s Office. The zoo has reopened after a partial closure.

A herd of cows blocked the West Coast Main Line in Staffordshire, causing major disruption to services between London Euston and Scotland, with delays expected until 4pm. Operators including Avanti West Coast, Lumo, London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway faced cancellations and significant delays. Passengers expressed frustration as some trains were stranded for hours, while alternative routes and road transport were arranged. The disruption persisted due to difficulties contacting the responsible farmer.

An elderly terrier named Maddie was rescued from the Leeds and Liverpool Canal after Terrence and Sadie Boyd were seen dumping her in a bin bag. Despite treatment, Maddie was euthanised due to severe malnutrition, hypothermia, dental disease and neurological decline. The couple admitted multiple Animal Welfare Act offences involving the dog, seven malnourished kittens and a neglected corn snake. They received suspended eight‑week sentences, 10‑year bans on keeping animals, rehabilitation requirements and victim surcharges. RSPCA inspectors and emergency services were credited for their response, and surviving animals were rehomed.

Emergency road surface repairs at M25 Junction 27 caused significant delays, with lanes one and two initially closed and the M11 southbound link road also shut. Congestion reached 11 miles and delays exceeded 90 minutes before one lane reopened late in the morning. National Highways reported additional infrastructure defects requiring overnight works, with traffic conditions gradually improving but some delays continuing.

An England fan, Michael Hewitt, went missing while travelling from Leeds to Boston for the World Cup after losing contact during a layover in Barcelona. His phone has been inactive and he has not reached the United States. His family has reported him missing, with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and Interpol involved in the search, and are appealing for information about his whereabouts.

British Transport Police are seeking a man captured on CCTV after a woman was sexually assaulted on a DLR train between Canary Wharf and King George V. The attacker allegedly harassed the woman on the platform, boarded the train with her, grabbed her and refused to release her until two passengers intervened. Police have released an image of a man they believe may have information and are appealing for the public’s assistance.

Six adults were killed and several others injured in a shooting at a youth welfare facility in Stade, northern Germany. Police arrested the suspected main perpetrator along with two others under investigation. Authorities reported no ongoing threat to the public and warned against spreading unverified information. Early indications point to a family-related motive, reportedly linked to a custody dispute involving a three-month-old baby. Emergency services maintained a large presence in the area as investigations continued.

A paddling beach at Southwater Country Park in Horsham was closed after several visitors became ill following contact with the water. Horsham District Council ordered the temporary closure as a precaution while the cause is investigated. Local councillor Alex Jeffery called for urgent action, and the Environment Agency noted that the lake is not classed as bathing water and therefore not routinely tested. The UK Health Security Agency is working with local authorities to help determine the source of the infections.

An inquest heard that Maddy Cusack was distressed by the return of former coach Jonathan Morgan to Sheffield United, with her father describing concerns about her treatment at previous club Leicester and anxiety over her contract and workload. Her father detailed her declining motivation, fears of stigma over mental health, and the difficulties she faced after signing a full-time contract. He found her unresponsive at the family home in September 2023. The family submitted a complaint naming Morgan, while a club investigation found no wrongdoing. The inquest continues.

A man pleaded not guilty to murdering footballer Tyler Fairman and attempting to murder five others after a car was driven into a group of pedestrians in Arnold. The defendant, Duane Anthony, acknowledged being the driver but denied intent to kill or cause serious harm. He appeared via video link as the court set a trial date for October. Family and friends of the victim attended as the judge confirmed preparations would continue ahead of the trial.